The UAE aims to establish the first inhabitable human settlement on Mars by 2117. H. H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid said that the project is a seed that the UAE plants today and expects future generations to reap the benefits, driven by its passion to learn to unveil a new knowledge. He issued directives to Mohammad Bin Rashid Space Centre to lead the Mars 2117 project and prepare a 100-year plan for its implementation.

The Centennial Vision 2057 of Abu Dhabi Police includes more than 50 strategic initiatives harnessed by artificial intelligence (AI) and proactive thinking in future security work. By 2057, Abu Dhabi Police would have launched a satellite that would prevent police data piracy and by 2117, it would have designed a police station for the UAE Mars colony. Patrol vehicles will monitor security in space, AI systems will direct the behaviour of inmates in penal institutions and nano-robots will be used for firefighting. Robots will replace 50 per cent of police officers, 50 per cent of police budget will be self-financed and all police patrols will run fuel-free.

In 2017, the UAE launched ‘Energy Strategy 2050’, which is considered the first unified energy strategy in the country that is based on supply and demand. The strategy aims to increase the contribution of clean energy in the total energy mix from 25 per cent to 50 per cent by 2050 and reduce carbon footprint of power generation by 70 percent, thus saving AED 700 billion by 2050. It also seeks to increase consumption efficiency of individuals and corporates by 40 per cent.

Ras Al Khaimah Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Strategy 2040 targets 30 per cent energy savings, 20 per cent water savings and production of renewable energy to the extent of 20 per cent of total energy sources by 2040. Ras Al Khaimah Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Strategy 2040 is a part of Ras Al Khaimah’s efforts to mitigate the impact of climate change in the UAE and the world.

By 2036, the UAE aims to reduce the total demand for water resources by 21 per cent, increase the water productivity index to USD 110 per cubic metre, reduce the water scarcity index by a ratio of three points, increase the reuse of treated water to 95 per cent and increase the national water storage capacity up to two days. Sustainable water supplies will be ensured in various circumstances through three main programmes: The Water Demand Management Program, the Water Supply Management Program and the Emergency Production and Distribution Programme.

Launched in 2017, the UAE Strategy for Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the first mega project to achieve the objectives of UAE Centennial 2071. It characterises the post-mobile government phase in which all future government services, sectors and infrastructure projects will rely on AI. The strategy is the first of its kind in the region and the world and it will see investments in the latest AI technologies and tools to enhance government performance and efficiency. By 2031, the UAE will achieve 100 per cent reliance on AI for government services and data analysis. (Image source:Khaleej Times)

The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park is the largest single-site solar park in the world, based on the independent power producer (IPP) model. It will generate 1,000 Mega Watts (MW) by 2020 and 5,000 MW by 2030. The first phase of this project began operations in 2013 with a capacity of 13 MW. The second phase began operations in April 2017 with a capacity of 200 MW. The third phase will begin operations in 2020 with a capacity of 1,000 MW, while the fourth phase of the project will begin operations by the last quarter of 2020 with a capacity of 5,000 MW. The project will have the world’s tallest solar tower, measuring 260 metres.

Environment Vision 2030 for the emirate of Abu Dhabi was developed to ensure integration among the three pillars of sustainability: environmental, economic and social vision. It aims to preserve and enhance Abu Dhabi's natural heritage in the efficient use of resources and contributing to a better quality of life for all. Environment Vision 2030 identifies 5 priority areas.

By 2030, Abu Dhabi Transportation Mobility Management Strategy (TMM) mainly aims to change attitude and behaviour towards use of sustainable modes of transport, improve access to public transport, satisfy mobility needs, reduce traffic growth and congestion and create an efficient multi-modal public transport network.

Dubai Autonomous Transportation Strategy aims to transform 25 per cent of the total transportation in Dubai to autonomous mode by 2030. The strategy is expected to bring AED 22 billion in annual economic revenues in several sectors by reducing transportation costs, carbon emissions and accidents, and raising the productivity of individuals as well as saving hundreds of millions of hours wasted in conventional transportation.

In April 2016, H. H. Sheikh Mohammed launched the Dubai 3D Printing Strategy. This initiative aims to exploit technology for the service of humanity and promote the status of the UAE and Dubai as a leading hub of 3D printing technology by the year 2030. There are three key sectors and five pillars of the strategy.

Vision 2021 is a long-term plan that aims to make the UAE one of the best countries in the world by the year 2021 when the UAE will celebrate the Golden Jubilee of its formation as a federation. H. H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, launched 'Vision 2021' in 2010, during a Cabinet meeting.

The UAE will have been successful in sending an unmanned spacecraft to Mars 2021 as part of the Hope Mars Mission. It will be the Arab world’s first mission to Mars. The mission is scheduled to begin in 2020 and is expected to take 9 months in a journey of 62 million kilometres to the Red Planet. The mission aims to study the climate of Mars and discover the reasons for the absence of an environment suitable for life.

Smart Dubai 2021 aims to move to a 100 per cent digital future within four years leading to the Dubai Government issuing its last paper transaction by 2021. It calls for intelligent use of ICT to transform the city’s core components and create a balanced and happy life for citizens and residents.

In January 2016, Sheikh Mohammed launched Dubai Health Strategy 2021. The strategy features 4 main approaches, 6 objectives, 15 programmes and 93 initiatives, all of which are set to achieve a leap over the next five years. The aim is to provide the highest quality of medical care to patients with chronic diseases, promote a culture of early detection and raise awareness about the importance of regular check-ups.

Ajman 2021 focuses on building a happy society that will contribute to building a green economy backed by a distinguished government in harmony with the UAE Vision 2021, National Agenda and Spirit of the Union. Ajman 2021 explains a happy society as a cohesive society that has a positive spirit and attitude, is proud of its heritage and values and communicates with elements of its environment.

Between October 2020 and April 2021, Dubai will host the next World Expo, Expo 2020, which will have more than 192 nations exhibiting and welcome an international audience of 25 million visitors. The theme of Expo 2020 is ‘Connecting Minds, Creating the Future’. It recognises that generating sustainable solutions to global problems demands collaboration across cultures, nations and regions.

Masar 2020 project involves the development of road network and transport system in Dubai. The AED10.6 billion-project involves the extension of the Red Line of Dubai Metro by 15 km from Nakheel Harbour and Tower Station to the site of Expo 2020. The extended line will comprise an 11.8 km viaduct and a 3.2 km underground track.